About Van Sickle
A short walk from the Stateline, NV casinos, Van Sickle is one the most accessible parks in the Tahoe Basin. A short climb from the trailhead quickly transports visitors to the serenity of the forest. The park’s easy to moderate trails are studded with rock outcroppings that present grand views of the largest alpine lake in North America and the surrounding peaks. The Rim Trail Connector provides a tie-in to the famed Tahoe Rim Trail, designated by National Geographic Adventure magazine as one of the nation’s top ten trails. The park is open to hikers, bicyclists and equestrians.

Facilities & Amenities:

Picnicking/Day Use: There are numerous picnic tables dispersed throughout the park. Most have natural shade provided by the various species of fir and pine that make up the vast majority of the forest cover. There are also two restroom facilities. The park functions as a trail head to access areas of the Tahoe backcountry.

Hiking/Mountain Biking: With stunning views from the trails and a connector to the Tahoe Rim Trail, the park is a popular spot for hikers and mountain biking enthusiasts.